What questions should you ask an asphalt driveway contractor?

• <div><p>When hiring an asphalt paving contractor to install your driveway, ask as many questions up front as possible. Here are a few questions to ask a prospective driveway contractor:</p><ul><li><p>How many years of experience do you have?</p></li><li><p>Are you licensed, bonded, and insured?</p></li><li><p>Do you have worker’s compensation?</p></li><li><p>Do you use subcontractors on your projects?</p></li><li><p>Do you clean up after the job is done?</p></li><li><p>Who is responsible for any damage to lawn or landscaping?</p></li><li><p>Do you provide a guarantee or warranty on your work?</p></li><li><p>Do you give free estimates?</p></li><li><p>What is the timeline for completion?</p></li><li><p>How do you handle change orders?</p></li><li><p>Can you provide at least three references?</p></li><li><p>Can I see some of the work you’ve done?</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

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Q: How long does asphalt paving take to complete?

• <div><p>Depending on project size, typically 1 to 3 days, including preparation and installation.</p></div>

Q: What’s the optimal temperature for asphalt to dry and cure the fastest?

• <div><p>Asphalt dries and cures best between 50 and 85 degrees Fahrenheit. This range allows moisture to evaporate quickly without causing the asphalt to cool too fast, which can negatively affect the drying process. However, keep in mind that other weather conditions can also affect curing and drying times, such as precipitation and humidity.</p></div>

Q: What is the minimum angle for a driveway?

• <div><p>Driveways should be sloped with a minimum 2% slope&mdash;anything lower will cause precipitation and runoff to collect. A 2% slope is the equivalent of a 2-foot rise over 100 feet. One quick way to check the integrity of your driveway&rsquo;s slope: no more than four inches of water should collect on the surface longer than 15 minutes after rain.</p></div>

Q: What is asphalt made of?

• <div><p>Asphalt is made of aggregate materials (sand, rocks, and gravel) and bitumen, a viscous, petroleum-based, waterproof substance. These materials are mixed together at extremely high temperatures to form asphalt.</p></div>

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Last update on February 02, 2026

Reviewed in February 2026
They didn't do the job they said they would do they only did 1/3 of my driveway they said they was going to do my driveway and a walk way from the pictures you can see what they did in my driveway only part is there the truck is and you see they didn't do a walk way either they changed me 450...
Shadyside landscaping
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Reviewed in August 2025
I’ll give Mr John Evans of Evans Landwork 5 star review and more if I could. He did an excellent job on my driveway that had washout from all the rain we’ve had. He redid my entire driveway. Reworking the side ditch’s plus installed a drain pipe on the first day by himself. Working from about...
Evans LandWork
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Reviewed in July 2023
The work that was done to my driveway and carport was well above what i expected i would diff hire again
J&J Pressure Slay
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Reviewed in May 2023
Nc Asphalt is the best choice around hands down. They go above and beyond what the customer ask for, they pay close attention to detail! They also have the best prices around! I would recommend NC Asphalt to anyone!!
NC Asphalt Bros
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Reviewed in April 2022
These guys are great, always clean the work space, keeping everything in order. They did have some problems getting the asphalt. the two closest asphalt plants were not operating and they had to go all the way to Greensboro to get the asphalt which was a 90 minute turnaround. That really...
Brats Paving & Sealing
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Reviewed in May 2021
Mr. Mann was very professional and did an excellent job pressure washing my house, steps, driveway, and deck. Although he had an issue with his equipment, he communicated to me what was going on and got it resolved quickly. He went on to complete the job.
InDeMann Property Improvements
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Reviewed in April 2021
Travis and his men did a great job on our home, driveway and sidewalks. They were prompt and wasted no time tackling the job . Job well done!!
Best Pressure Washing
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Reviewed in December 2020
Excellent service, friendly & efficiently professional staff. I am extremely pleased with the results. I would recommend Kivett's Asphalt for anyone who desires an superior driveway. Thank you Hunter!
Kivetts Asphalt - Home Facebook
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Reviewed in January 2019
They came yesterday, got to work. Did a great job, I am very pleased with the result, it looks so good. They scraped the driveway making it nice and level, added a base, got everything packed down, poured the asphalt. made sure everything was smooth, took care of the edges. Would highly...
Ace Asphalt
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Reviewed in October 2015
applied 10 coats of paid. tough as sandpaper. paint blistered. Not responding to phone. gave 10 year warranty spilled paint on my driveway and didn't tell me. over spray was left on my walls, light fixtures and commode. don't let this man in your house unless you have money to throw away.
Resurfacemaster
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Cee's Concrete, Masonry, Demolition & Remodeling

3.4(

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Serving Pelham, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1954

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Emergency services offered

"Charles "Cee" and his team did a great installing a drain pipe and connecting the drain pipe to my pool to keep the water away from some other areas that we need to keep dry. He was professional, courteous and got right to work. He said they could get it all done in a single day and I was pleasantly surprised when it took them less than a half day. I would definitely hire them again."

Recommended by57%of homeowners

Serving Pelham, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

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"Davis Paving did an excellent job on our driveway! The driveway is quite long, more like a short road, and had many potholes and ruts. Davis Paving repaired the driveway and put down new gravel, building up areas that were in dire need. Now we have a nice smooth driveway! No more muddy potholes! As part of the contract, Davis did the same for my son’s driveway next door. He, too, is quite happy with the results! I highly recommend Davis Paving!"

Recommended by85%of homeowners

Serving Pelham, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

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"I needed the work done right away. Larry called me, came checked it out gave a great price and did the work ASAP. He was professional, courteous and A OK."

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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J&J Seal Coating

New to Angi

Serving Pelham, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers' needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs, and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work, and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

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Asphalt Driveways questions, answered by experts

Depending on project size, typically 1 to 3 days, including preparation and installation.

Asphalt dries and cures best between 50 and 85 degrees Fahrenheit. This range allows moisture to evaporate quickly without causing the asphalt to cool too fast, which can negatively affect the drying process. However, keep in mind that other weather conditions can also affect curing and drying times, such as precipitation and humidity.

Driveways should be sloped with a minimum 2% slope—anything lower will cause precipitation and runoff to collect. A 2% slope is the equivalent of a 2-foot rise over 100 feet. One quick way to check the integrity of your driveway’s slope: no more than four inches of water should collect on the surface longer than 15 minutes after rain.

When hiring an asphalt paving contractor to install your driveway, ask as many questions up front as possible. Here are a few questions to ask a prospective driveway contractor:

How many years of experience do you have?
Are you licensed, bonded, and insured?
Do you have worker’s compensation?
Do you use subcontractors on your projects?
Do you clean up after the job is done?
Who is responsible for any damage to lawn or landscaping?
Do you provide a guarantee or warranty on your work?
Do you give free estimates?
What is the timeline for completion?
How do you handle change orders?
Can you provide at least three references?
Can I see some of the work you’ve done?

Asphalt is made of aggregate materials (sand, rocks, and gravel) and bitumen, a viscous, petroleum-based, waterproof substance. These materials are mixed together at extremely high temperatures to form asphalt.

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